Imissedagain
Single-Sixer
It's not a Ruger but has anyone tried to smooth out the trigger pull on a High Standard 22 mag derringer? Great bug. Hear that Ruger. Any tips would be appreciated. Bought it new in '80.
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contender
Ruger Guru
I own one currently, and have owned a few others. Plus several of my friends own one. None of us have ever even considered working over the trigger as there isn't a triggerguard, and we don't want ANY accidental discharges. Plus, with parts kinda scarce, it'd be bad if you screwed up a part & not be able to replace it.
Busterswoodshop
Hunter
They are not supposed to have a " smooth " trigger. They are basically a backup gun for self protection. When you need to pull the trigger it works just like they were intended to work. They are not accurate by any means but will get you out of a jamb if needed.
They make good elevator guns.
They make good elevator guns.
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Imissedagain
Single-Sixer
I understand your concerns and thank you for that. I have used it for thirty years with my middle finger on the trigger. Was just thinking about making it a bit smoother without making it lighter. Not being a smith I thought I would ask first. Maybe like a 15# Python trigger. 8)
Someone on the S&W forum modified the mainspring and made it lighter. That is not my goal.
Someone on the S&W forum modified the mainspring and made it lighter. That is not my goal.
contender
Ruger Guru
I disagree about their accuracy. We have used ours, (my friends & I,) and have found 4"-6" groups out to 10-15 yds. Definately good accuracy from such a firearm.
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Imissedagain
Single-Sixer
contender said:
Roger that on the accuracy. My question is whether the trigger can be smoothed out. An LCP has a shorter and smoother trigger and is safe when under the control of a knowlegable person. Not to mention many other handguns. I guess I'll take it apart at some point and polish the parts. Maybe someone will chime in who is a smith.
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Busterswoodshop
Hunter
I have two of them and I still have to say they are not very accurate. They are good for what they were made for , a backup in close quarters.
If you do decide to take it apart I would suggest putting it in a plastic bag first. There is a little spring in there that will come flying out as soon as you take off the metal side. I made that mistake with one of mine and the spring flew out and I lost it. I couldn't find it anywhere. I think it is still flying.
If you do decide to take it apart I would suggest putting it in a plastic bag first. There is a little spring in there that will come flying out as soon as you take off the metal side. I made that mistake with one of mine and the spring flew out and I lost it. I couldn't find it anywhere. I think it is still flying.
Hondo44
Hawkeye
Accuracy is a relative thing and "in the eye of the beholder". So I won't get into that discussion, I'm happy with mine. It's a 22 LR. I mainly got it because the spring and therefore trigger pull was so much more reasonable.
I'm not a gunsmith but I've been gunsmithing for 45 years, I just don't get paid for it. In my opinion you're on the right track. I took it apart and did common sense fine stoning and polishing of contact surfaces. It didn't lighten the pull, just really improved it. And yes, remove plate very slowly and watch for where that 'flying spring' is supposed to be installed.
I'm not a gunsmith but I've been gunsmithing for 45 years, I just don't get paid for it. In my opinion you're on the right track. I took it apart and did common sense fine stoning and polishing of contact surfaces. It didn't lighten the pull, just really improved it. And yes, remove plate very slowly and watch for where that 'flying spring' is supposed to be installed.
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Imissedagain
Single-Sixer
I'm well aware of the little spring. It's getting the cover plate back on that is the fun part. I'm going to make a thin lexan plate so I can see the action work. Then polish without really removing anything to start. There's a thread on the S&W forum with some picks.
I also need to see if there is a reliable heavy weight bullet. I don't use HP's in any of my 22's. Always solid at 40gr. Same in the Bobcat Berettas. Always use quality ammo and have never had one not go bang.
Thanks.
I also need to see if there is a reliable heavy weight bullet. I don't use HP's in any of my 22's. Always solid at 40gr. Same in the Bobcat Berettas. Always use quality ammo and have never had one not go bang.
Thanks.
